The student Kaitiaki Leadership Team organised a Waipahīhī rubbish collection on the 6th March to mark Sea week, Aotearoa’s national week for celebrating the ocean. An enthusiastic group of akonga collected bags of plastic, cans and other rubbish out of the awa and from the surrounding ngahere. The collection made these environments cleaner and ensured […]
Sea Week Aotearoa Clean up at Onslow College Read More »
This past weekend, rangatahi Māori students gathered at Kāpiti Marae for the inaugural Kura Wā, centering on the profound kaupapa, “Nō hea koe?”. Students moved beyond traditional definitions of identity, exploring their history and the legacy of Te Reo and Te Ao Māori through unique, hands-on lenses. From collaborating on a massive kowhaiwhai piece under
Kura Wā – Rangitahi Māori explore: ‘No hea koe?’ – Where are you from? Read More »
Our Student Leaders, Kākā Tangi Haeata, have hit the ground running this term! From fostering school spirit to supporting our local community and environment, their latest initiatives are all about making a tangible difference. Here is a look at what they’ve been working on and how you can get involved: Sustainability in Action: Seaweek Cleanup
Kākā Tangi Haeata: Leading the Way with Heart and Action Read More »
Our international students and host families came together for a lovely evening of food, introductions and fun! From Sushi and curry to pizza, cakes and other amazing homemade dishes, everyone shared a taste of their culture. We also played ‘Find someone who…. Bingo’ and spent time socialising – a wonderful way to build connections and
International Pot Luck Night at Onslow College Read More »
We had a fantastic turnout for our first ngahere working bee of the year on Sunday 22nd February. The team rolled up their sleeves to tackle blackberry and weeds, finishing off with a fresh layer of mulch to give our young forest plants the best start possible. The restoration area is looking truly well-loved!It’s amazing
Many hands make light work at the Waipahīhī Stream Read More »
